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Start vs Lillestrom

26 July 2025 at 13:00Sparebanken Norge Arena Kristiansand, Kristiansand
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03
Referee: Magnus Nicolai Koløy

Match Summary

Lillestrom defeated Start 3:0. The match was played in 1. Division 2025. Goals were scored by L. Ranger 43′, F. Elkaer 76′, H. Woxen 86′. 6 yellow cards were shown. Start made 5 substitutions, Lillestrom made 5.

Match Events

Key match events between Start and Lillestrom — 3 goals and 6 cards recorded during the match.

Lineups

Start lined up in a — formation, while Lillestrom deployed a —.

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Start is 6.68, compared to 6.89 for Lillestrom. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. Start's highest-rated starter is J. Larsen (6.86), while Lillestrom's best-rated player is L. Ranger (7.23).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Start have contributed 1 goals and 5 assists this season, led by E. Schulze (1G). Lillestrom's starters account for 8 goals and 2 assists, spearheaded by M. Karlsbakk (4G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.

Midfield Control

Start field 11 midfielders averaging 6.68, versus Lillestrom's 11 rated 6.89. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.

Passing & Build-Up

Passing accuracy averages 72% for Start and 79% for Lillestrom. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.

Discipline

Start's starters have collected 6 yellow cards this season, compared to 3 for Lillestrom. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.

Age & Experience

The average age of Start's starting XI is 27.1 (youngest: T. Strannegard (23), oldest: E. Schulze (32)), while Lillestrom average 28.4 (youngest: S. Drammeh (22), oldest: T. Olsen (34)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.

Squad Depth

Start's starters average 6 league appearances each, versus 6 for Lillestrom. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.

StartPosition StrengthLillestrom
6.68
Avg Rating
6.89
6.68Midfielder (11 v 11)6.89
1G 5A8G 2A
Start
1MidfielderJ. Larsen6.9
4MidfielderS. Hansen
16MidfielderT. Strannegard6.62A
3MidfielderA. Ujkani
6MidfielderJ. Norheim6.7
2MidfielderF. Palerud6.6
11MidfielderE. Schulze6.61G1A
18MidfielderM. Ugland6.81A
20MidfielderH. Lorentzen6.51A
25MidfielderT. Benjamin
10MidfielderS. Mvoue6.8
Lillestrom
12MidfielderM. Hedenstad
2MidfielderL. Ranger7.21A
19MidfielderK. Tonnesen
6MidfielderV. Hoff
4MidfielderE. B. Garnas6.3
28MidfielderR. Gabrielsen7.2
8MidfielderM. Karlsbakk7.04G
23MidfielderG. Asen
10MidfielderT. Olsen6.93G1A
15MidfielderS. Drammeh6.81G
17MidfielderE. Kitolano6.8

Rivalry since 2016

Start vs Lillestrom Head to Head Results· 6

Start and Lillestrom have met 6 times — Start won 1, Lillestrom won 3, with 2 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2016. Lillestrom leads the head-to-head with 3 victories from 6 meetings. A combined 15 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.50 per match (6 for the home side, 9 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 3 matches (50%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 3 games (50%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 3–1 in 2026.

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wins
Drawn
2
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Total goals
15 · 2.5/match
Both scored
3/6 · 50%
Over 2.5
3/6 · 50%

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Highest-scoring game: 31 v 2026

Recent Form

WWonDDrawnLLost

In their last 6 matches, Start have recorded 0 wins, 3 draws and 3 defeats. Lillestrom show 3 wins, 1 draw and 2 losses from their last 6 outings.

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DLLDLD

Match Prediction

Predicted winnerStart

Start

35%

Home win

 

35%

Draw

Lillestrom

30%

Away win

Statistical tip

Double chance: Start or draw

55%Form45%
57%Attack43%
50%Defence50%
63%Goals38%
50%Head-to-head50%
50.2%Overall50.0%

Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

API data: 11 May 2026